Colorado dairy fined $25K for worker’s death in manure pit
A dairy in northern Colorado has been fined nearly $25,000 after the death of a worker whose truck slipped into a pit filled with liquid manure.
Critical Worker Shortages On Dairy Farms Will Take A Toll
Federated Farmers is deeply disappointed the government’s exception announcement today shows it could not find a way to bring 500 desperately needed skilled dairy employees into the country.
Immigration bill sparks hope for farmers, worker advocates
Supporters of a farmworker immigration bill awaiting introduction in the U.S. Senate say chances look better than they have in years that soon the federal government will address one of the thorniest issues in Central Valley agriculture.
New skilled worker roles on dairy farms good news – Feds
Farmers are welcoming the news that assistant farm manager and herd manager roles on dairy farms will be recognised as skilled positions for migrant workers.
Pandemic border closure leads to worker shortage for Manawatū farmers
Manawatū and Rangitīkei farmers are struggling to process crops and feed, as Covid-19 border restrictions stop seasonal workers from entering the country.
